• About The Role

  • We are excited to recruit a Lead Operative to join our busy Production Team in a busy hands-on role.
     
    This position offers a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in the food sector by leading a team of operatives within a dynamic department. If you’re passionate about quality, safety, and customer service, this could be the perfect step for you.
     
    Summary
    Days worked: Monday - Saturday
    Hours: Minimum of 37.5 hours, five shifts per week
    Start Times: 0515, 1330, with finish times based on production demands
     
    Key Responsibilities
    • Become an expert on each line under your supervision in order to support, lead, and motivate your collegues
    • Work as part of a supervisory team to uphold and exceed internal and external quality standards.
    • Ensure all production records are completed accurately and efficiently.
    • Report any maintenance, quality, or production issues promptly and accurately.
    • Maintain high hygiene and housekeeping standards across all operations.
    Important Note: This is a physically active hands-on role and requires manual handling.
     
    Skills and Experience
     
    Essential:
    • Proven experience as a line leader in a busy production environment.
    • Knowledge of Health and Safety standards and safe working practices.
    • Excellent communication skills to foster positive working relationships.
    Desirable:
    • Familiarity with food production and HACCP.
    • Experience in the dairy or food production industry.
    Training and Development
     
    Cotteswold Dairy offers clear progression pathways and development opportunities within the role. You’ll have the chance to broaden your skill set, gain recognized qualifications, and advance within the business.
    If you are a strong communicator with high levels of commitment and a desire to lead and inspire others, we would love to hear from you.

    Apply Today to join Cotteswold Dairy and take the next step in your career.

Lead Operative

All Locations
Tewkesbury
All Departments
Production
Salary Details
Starting salary of £15.05, increasing with training
Status
Full Time, Permanent
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